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Local Government News Roundup

Australia’s no.1 podcast for local government news and views, hosted by veteran media presenter and senior executive Chris Eddy. Brought to you by the Victorian Local Governance Association.

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27:25

Melton mayhem, Mornington macropods, and a mayoral...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/09/18

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A political storm engulfs Melton CouncilWallabies saved from euthanasia on the Mornington PeninsulaMayors unite over deteriorating road conditionsSweeping planning changes to accelerate housing development in NSWTownsville’s suspended mayor asked to show why he shouldn’t be sackedA boundary change recommendation rejected by SA’s local government ministerand tensions flare at a Tasmanian council meeting Support the show The L...

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26:15

“Bureaucratic nightmare” - disaster funding,...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/09/16

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Councillor numbers to be slashed under a new Tasmanian Government proposal for local governmentVictorian councils concerned about disaster funding delays, while NSW councils deal with earthquakes and a dead whalePort Phillip steps up advocacy on extended Grand Prix timelinesA reprimand for Townsville’s suspended mayorA deputy mayor found in breach of conflict of interest rulesA Council CEO resigns,and a WA Council’s future h...

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23:49

“Clearly oppressive” - Slug Gate case dismissed,...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/09/14

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Case dismissed - the latest twist in the Greater Dandenong Slug Gate sagaUrgent briefing for Yarra Council on a VCAT e-scooter challengeA life or death decision looming for kangaroos and wallabies at Mornington Peninsula ShireCouncil financial management concerns laid bare in a new Auditor General reportPet ownership limits spark backlash for a NSW councilVandalism and asbestos dumping lead to council facility closuresTownsv...

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20:55

"Blindsided" - high density surprise, suspension...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/09/11

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Plans for new high density precincts unveiled in MelbourneLiverpool Councillors move to have the city’s CEO suspendedA mayor distances her council from expected job lossesFrom Gore to Walcha - a trans-Tasman leadership transitionThe spectre of Operation Sandon hanging over Casey City CouncilA budget blow for the City of Nedlandsand claims of clickbait and chaos at a Reform UK led councilTo ensure all councils can comply with...

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19:42

Landslide inquiry report, a nonsensical decision, and...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/09/09

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: The McCrae Landslide Board of Inquiry report has been submitted to government - what are the likely implications for the local government sector?Moorabool continues to challenge the EPA over transparency concernsCEO level appointments in Victoria and NSW, and a contract extension in QueenslandA controversial shark net trial up in the air in NSW, but the affected councils want it to proceedIndustrial action looms for another ...

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37:04

A mayor’s health battle, a new Lord Mayor, and a...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/09/07

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Two big city Mayors call for the reinstatement of a missing transport linkAn acting mayor appointed as a country mayor deals with health challengesAnother council drops a Christian prayer from its meetingsA bitter housing dispute between a council and the state government in Sydney’s eastCessnock the latest council to explore a special rate variationA Council CEO’s interstate travel under scrutinyA new Lord Mayor for Darwina...

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23:06

“Hateful narratives”: a world first strategy, and...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/09/04

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Charges laid after seven years of Operation SandonMayors facing down discrimination and hateful narrativesA world first anti-semitism strategy launchedShoalhaven Council rejects claims of a toxic cultureA council under pressure to change its community visionA general manager appointment, and another councillor resignationNZ Police accused of inaction over online death threats against councillors, andThe growing resistance mo...

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20:17

“Beyond disgraceful”: councils taking a stand

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/09/02

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Taking a stand against abuse towards frontline council workers and elected representativesCouncils push back on electricity reforms, lifeguard funding and planning call-insRural NSW councils look to the future after devastating economic blowsA council’s planned tribute to rock band AC/DCStriking staff to be locked out from today in Townsvilleand commissioners appointed and the remaining councillors removed from the troubled ...

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21:49

Sweeping meeting changes, a censure overturned, and...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/08/31

Send us a text Today on the Local Government News Roundup: Another council raises concerns about a surprise renewable energy zone proposalAn urgent call for animal foster carers in GippslandSweeping changes announced for council meetings in NSWA censured Parramatta councillor’s court winA Council GM un-resigns and gets a new five year dealCouncils rejectingphone tower proposalsThe toll mounts from a stubborn algal bloom in South Australiaand the city looking to limit resident’s smartphone use...

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26:53

Dog attack alarm, funding wins, and more industrial...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/08/28

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Alarm over a disturbing increase in dog attacks in East GippslandThe growth of data centres raises water concerns in HumeAn admission that a controversial roundabout should never have been builtFunding wins for five regional NSW CouncilsCompensation calls for sacked Ipswich councillors rejectedIndustrial action launched against a Tasmanian councilA long serving South Australian council CEO to step downA Port Hedland councill...

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25:14

Council shutdown, charged Mayor stands aside, and...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/08/26

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Alpine Shire Council shuts down as a police manhunt continuesA metro mayor facing charges stands asideMany Melbourne councils predicted to fall short of government housing targetsSydney councils at odds with the state government over planning proposalsGovernment intervention looms for two WA councilsCEO appointments and resignations in Victoria and New South WalesConcerns over leaked details of a CEO’s employment conditionsC...

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22:39

Kingston monitors, tight mayoral contests, and a...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/08/24

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Monitors announced for KingstonMoorabool’s toxic waste fight with the EPA continuesA waste-to-energy surprise in HumeA former mayor attempts a by-election comebackA NSW councillor fails to block a second suspensionNT mayoral election counts on a knife-edgeSurprising recommendations for a boundary change in SAand trio of Tasmanian councillors hit back at hurtful online claimsplus more of the latest news from across the world ...

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25:00

Levy discontent, demerger referendum, and a major...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/08/21

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Levy discontent grows as rates notices go outA council’s major restructure plan announcedCasey Council backtracks on controversial local lawsAnother potential NSW council demerger moves a step closerSweeping reforms announced for council elections in South AustraliaAn historic appointment for Western Australian local governmentplus executive appointments, resignations and election results from across the countryplus more of ...

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16:57

Overwhelmed and Overworked: Addressing Burnout in...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/08/16

Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the pressing issue of burnout and overwhelm within local government. Join us as we explore insights from Zoe Dattner, CEO of the Dattner Group, who shares stories and findings from a recent event focused on the relentless drive to do more with less. Discover the risks of this growing pressure, the impact on strategic goals, and practical tools like the "three lens filter" to help navigate these challenges. Find out how local government leaders are ...

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44:57

Well Travelled Executive Series #12 - Michael Tudball

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/08/09

Send us a text Another insightful episode in the Well Travelled Executive Series, featuring Michael Tudball, a seasoned leader in local government. From his beginnings in audit and risk to becoming a council CEO, Michael shares his unique journey through various councils across Victoria. Discover his experiences as a mayor, his passion for community development, and his strategic roles in economic growth and infrastructure. Michael's story is a testament to dedication and leadership in shapin...

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27:16

Reprogramming Local Government (Generative AI in Action)

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/08/02

Send us a text In this special episode of the Local Government News Roundup, Chris Eddy explores how generative AI is beginning to transform councils in Victoria. This episode features real-world stories of councils trialling AI chatbots, document search tools, and AI agents, as well as bold discussions about what might come next – from robot building inspectors to AI-supported service delivery. Guests include James Plozza from Warrnambool City Council, Broderick McIntyre from Greater B...

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40:56

Well Travelled Executive Series #11 - Rebecca McKenzie

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/07/26

Send us a text In this episode of the Well Traveled Executive Series, Chris Eddy sits down with Rebecca McKenzie, the outgoing CEO of Glen Eira City Council, to explore her public service journey from the UK to Australia. Rebecca shares her insights on the evolving landscape of leadership, the importance of diversity in governance, and the highlights and challenges of her career to date. Discover how her HR background shaped her approach to leadership and why fostering diversity is crucial fo...

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27:14

Final warning, inquiry revelations, and a formal caution

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/07/22

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A final warning over a controversial sea wall in FrankstonTwo rural councils challenge the Victorian Government over drought funding inequitiesMaribyrnong Council the latest to consider funding private security measuresMore revelations from the Liverpool Council public inquiryThe cost to ratepayers of a failed council merger revealedA major sporting infrastructure setback in RedlandA formal caution for a Tasmanian councillor...

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28:02

Misconduct allegation dismissed, formal frustration,...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/07/20

Send us a text On your Monday morning edition of the Local Government News Roundup: A mayor’s misconduct complaint against a councillor dismissedWhitehorse council’s multi-million dollar fight with SRLBuloke formalises its frustration with the state governmentA wave of demerger optimism in NSWRising Tide stands firm on protest plans in NewcastleSunshine Coast Council bypassed over festival developmentA Council’s large rate increase prompts a call for legislative changeAnd a Tasmanian mayor fa...

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25:35

Dangerous precedent, Council raided, and demerger...

Local Government News Roundup ·

2025/07/17

Send us a text In this edition of the Local Government News Roundup: Moorabool Shire faces a $1/2M clean up bill after a loss at VCATA council and union meet to discuss workplace culture concernsA sacked street sweeper wins compensation, and is now considering a tilt at federal politicsA dramatic raid on a Sydney councilThe green light for a demerger of Cootamundra-Gundagai CouncilA marathon Council meeting fails to come to a decision on mayoral misconduct allegationsand the heavy toll of van...

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